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Patient Care Coordinator roles in the U.S. are accessible to international professionals through J-1 visa sponsorship, typically under the Trainee or Intern program category. A designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019, while the healthcare facility serves as your host employer. No lottery or annual cap applies.
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Come lead with us at Houston Methodist Hospital. At Houston Methodist, the Patient Care Assistant (PCA) Student position is a Community In Schools (CIS) student 8-week program in which incumbents should document, where applicable, care administered, diagnostic measurements, treatments and procedures and demonstrate the ability to continuously progress in basic knowledge and skills necessary to communicate appropriately and carry out delegated tasks for age-specific, diverse patient population. This position receives coaching from preceptors, Registered Nurses (RN) and management and performs delegated patient care tasks under the supervision of the RN. The Patient Care Assistant Extern position responds to the call light system and records data established by policy and procedure, and reports observations and patient problems to the licensed nurse. This position is responsible for assigned non-nursing functions. The Patient Care Assistant Extern position practices Patient and Family Centered Care in concert with Houston Methodist ICARE values.
FLSA STATUS
Non-exempt
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.) or Community In Schools (CIS) or Wesley House program incumbents enrolled in a state-approved Certified Nursing Assistant program within one month of hire.
Experience
- None
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
- BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association
- Must have CNA state license or CMA through an approved credentialing certification agency (AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, NHA) upon completion of program
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
- Performs basic patient care activities of daily living (ADL’s) within unit specific defined limits and job scope, such as assistance with patient elimination, hygiene, comfort, safety, nutrition, and progress activity
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Promotes a positive work environment with the interprofessional care team. Participates in teamwork by responding positively to requests for assistance. Works well with others to make contributions to the work effort as a whole, escalating issues for problem resolution.
- Seeks guidance from interprofessional health care team, when needed, and applies feedback to improve patient outcomes. Follows channels of communication for effective problem solving.
- Applies expected behaviors and actions with team members which contribute to improvement of department score for employee engagement, i.e., peer-to-peer accountability.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Follows the patient and family-centered care standards and provides direct patient care under the direction of a registered nurse. Responds to the call light system, contacting nursing personnel as appropriate, and follows through with meeting patient needs.
- Provides care to patients assigned within unit-specific, defined limits or serves as a sitter after validated specific competencies.
- Assists with maintaining, cleaning, and stocking of equipment and supplies as established on assigned unit. May serve as an in-house courier which may include retrieving blood, hand delivering labs, tele boxes, etc.
- Applies expected behaviors and actions which contributes to department score for patient satisfaction.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Documents, where applicable, care administered, diagnostic measurements, treatments and procedures in accordance with established policies and procedures keeping the safety of the patient in mind.
- Reports observations, conditions and problems of patients to the licensed nurse. Provides for the privacy of patients and families, keeping the safety of the patient in mind.
- Applies expected behaviors and actions to improve quality and safety scores.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Applies expected behaviors and actions which contributes to meeting department financial targets.
- Utilizes resources with cost effectiveness and value creation in mind. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime, assisting coworkers as needed.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Seeks opportunities to identify self-development needs on knowledge base, skill level and decision-making, as necessary, especially in areas of question, from preceptor and assigned licensed personnel and takes appropriate action. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an ongoing basis.
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
- Uniform: No
- Scrubs: Yes
- Business professional: No
- Other (department approved): Yes
ON-CALL
- Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
- On Call No
TRAVEL
- Travel specifications may vary by department
- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
INTRODUCTION
Come lead with us at Houston Methodist Hospital. At Houston Methodist, the Patient Care Assistant (PCA) Student position is a Community In Schools (CIS) student 8-week program in which incumbents should document, where applicable, care administered, diagnostic measurements, treatments and procedures and demonstrate the ability to continuously progress in basic knowledge and skills necessary to communicate appropriately and carry out delegated tasks for age-specific, diverse patient population. This position receives coaching from preceptors, Registered Nurses (RN) and management and performs delegated patient care tasks under the supervision of the RN. The Patient Care Assistant Extern position responds to the call light system and records data established by policy and procedure, and reports observations and patient problems to the licensed nurse. This position is responsible for assigned non-nursing functions. The Patient Care Assistant Extern position practices Patient and Family Centered Care in concert with Houston Methodist ICARE values.
FLSA STATUS
Non-exempt
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.) or Community In Schools (CIS) or Wesley House program incumbents enrolled in a state-approved Certified Nursing Assistant program within one month of hire.
Experience
- None
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
- BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association
- Must have CNA state license or CMA through an approved credentialing certification agency (AAMA, NAHP, NCCT, NHA) upon completion of program
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
- Performs basic patient care activities of daily living (ADL’s) within unit specific defined limits and job scope, such as assistance with patient elimination, hygiene, comfort, safety, nutrition, and progress activity
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Promotes a positive work environment with the interprofessional care team. Participates in teamwork by responding positively to requests for assistance. Works well with others to make contributions to the work effort as a whole, escalating issues for problem resolution.
- Seeks guidance from interprofessional health care team, when needed, and applies feedback to improve patient outcomes. Follows channels of communication for effective problem solving.
- Applies expected behaviors and actions with team members which contribute to improvement of department score for employee engagement, i.e., peer-to-peer accountability.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Follows the patient and family-centered care standards and provides direct patient care under the direction of a registered nurse. Responds to the call light system, contacting nursing personnel as appropriate, and follows through with meeting patient needs.
- Provides care to patients assigned within unit-specific, defined limits or serves as a sitter after validated specific competencies.
- Assists with maintaining, cleaning, and stocking of equipment and supplies as established on assigned unit. May serve as an in-house courier which may include retrieving blood, hand delivering labs, tele boxes, etc.
- Applies expected behaviors and actions which contributes to department score for patient satisfaction.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Documents, where applicable, care administered, diagnostic measurements, treatments and procedures in accordance with established policies and procedures keeping the safety of the patient in mind.
- Reports observations, conditions and problems of patients to the licensed nurse. Provides for the privacy of patients and families, keeping the safety of the patient in mind.
- Applies expected behaviors and actions to improve quality and safety scores.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Applies expected behaviors and actions which contributes to meeting department financial targets.
- Utilizes resources with cost effectiveness and value creation in mind. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime, assisting coworkers as needed.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Seeks opportunities to identify self-development needs on knowledge base, skill level and decision-making, as necessary, especially in areas of question, from preceptor and assigned licensed personnel and takes appropriate action. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the My Development Plan on an ongoing basis.
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
- Uniform: No
- Scrubs: Yes
- Business professional: No
- Other (department approved): Yes
ON-CALL
- Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
- On Call No
TRAVEL
- Travel specifications may vary by department
- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Patient Care Coordinator
Align your credentials with U.S. healthcare standards
Verify your health administration or clinical coordination degree maps to U.S. equivalents before applying. Designated sponsors evaluate your educational background when approving a DS-2019, so credential gaps can stall your program before it starts.
Distinguish Intern from Trainee category eligibility
The Intern category requires current enrollment in a degree program, while the Trainee category suits professionals within five years of graduation or with one year of relevant work experience. Applying under the wrong category is a common reason sponsors reject DS-2019 requests.
Target host employers with existing sponsor relationships
Use Migrate Mate to filter Patient Care Coordinator roles at healthcare organizations already partnered with designated sponsors. Host employers familiar with J-1 hosting requirements move faster through training plan approvals and DS-2019 issuance.
Request a draft training plan before accepting an offer
Ask the host employer to outline your structured training objectives in writing before you commit. Designated sponsors require a detailed training plan to issue the DS-2019, and vague job descriptions routinely cause delays or denials at this stage.
Clarify the two-year home residency requirement upfront
Some J-1 participants in healthcare-adjacent roles are subject to a two-year home residency requirement before changing to certain U.S. visa categories. Confirm with your designated sponsor whether your specific program and nationality trigger this obligation before accepting a position.
Verify wage compliance against DOL prevailing rates
Your host employer must pay wages comparable to similarly situated U.S. workers. Cross-check the offered compensation against the OFLC Wage Search for your role and location to confirm compliance before your sponsor submits program paperwork.
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Find Patient Care Coordinator JobsPatient Care Coordinator J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Patient Care Coordinator role?
Most Patient Care Coordinators enter the J-1 program under the Trainee category if they graduated within the past five years or have at least one year of relevant professional experience. Current students pursuing a health administration or related degree may qualify under the Intern category instead. Your designated sponsor determines eligibility based on your specific background and the structured training objectives the host employer submits.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for this role, the employer or a separate organization?
The employer is your host, not your visa sponsor. J-1 sponsorship is issued by a U.S. Department of State-designated sponsor organization, such as CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or AIPT, which reviews your training plan, issues the DS-2019 form, and monitors your program compliance. The healthcare facility you work for cooperates with that sponsor organization but does not hold designated sponsor status itself.
How do I find Patient Care Coordinator positions where the host employer already understands J-1 requirements?
Migrate Mate lets you search Patient Care Coordinator roles filtered for J-1 compatibility, surfacing employers that have experience hosting exchange visitors and working alongside designated sponsors. Targeting these employers shortens the time between your offer and DS-2019 issuance because the host already knows what the training plan and compliance documentation require.
Does the two-year home residency requirement affect Patient Care Coordinators on J-1?
It can, depending on your nationality, funding source, and whether your government or home country considers your field a skills-shortage area. If the requirement applies to you, you cannot directly change to an H-1B, L-1, or immigrant visa status without first returning home for two years or obtaining a waiver. Confirm this with your designated sponsor before you accept any position.
What documentation should I gather before a host employer submits my J-1 training plan?
Prepare your academic transcripts, degree certificate, a detailed work history showing relevant healthcare coordination experience, and a current resume formatted for U.S. employers. The designated sponsor will use these to verify you meet Intern or Trainee category requirements. Having certified English translations ready for any foreign-language documents prevents delays once the host employer initiates the DS-2019 request.
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